Students' Response to Video Game Data Tracking

After Edward Snowden exposed the U.S government's spying activities, it is impossible to know what gets monitored and what doesn't. However, video game companies aren't hiding as we learned in this story posted last week. Video game companies are tracking players' every action to increase the addiction - so why aren't people as outraged at video game companies as they are at the government? Learn more about what third grade students think after hearing about the science behind video game addiction by listening to this story.

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Listening Comprehension Questions

What was one of Malala Yousafzai’s first experiences with the dangers of religious extremism?

After miraculously surviving her attack, what has Malala focused her work on?

What is the message that Malala is trying to send to those in power?

What does Malala want to do in the future?

What are the goals of Malala’s mission to support girls?

Discussion Themes

What is your opinion on Malala’s message about the power of education?

Why do you think that ISIS might want to silence people like Malala?

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